Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken slices with Cajun seasoning and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add heavy cream, chicken broth, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.
- Return chicken to skillet, add cooked pasta, and toss to coat evenly. Season with salt and black pepper as needed.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust cayenne pepper for spice to your preference.
- Use gluten-free pasta if desired for a gluten-free option.
- For creamier sauce, add a bit more heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 650 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: sixty g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg